Elementor vs Thrive Themes: affiliate programs compared
Side-by-side terms from each company's official page. Listed in alphabetical order, never by what pays us.
| Elementor | Thrive Themes | |
|---|---|---|
| Commission | 45–55% of the first purchase, by product | 35% of new sales |
| Commission type | Percent per sale | Percent per sale |
| Cookie window | 45 days | 60 days |
| Minimum payout | $200.00 | $20.00 |
| Payout terms | Paid after the 30-day refund period | Monthly via PayPal on the first working day, from $20 |
| Minimum age | not stated | not stated |
| Beginner-friendly | Yes | Not stated |
| Allowed channels | BlogYouTubeNewsletterSocial media | BlogYouTubeNewsletter |
| Network | In-house | In-house |
| How to apply | On the company's website | On the company's website |
| Who can join | No need to be a user. No coupon sites, no pay-per-click ads of any kind, no self-purchases. | Two-step application where you describe your promotion plans; only qualifying applicants accepted. No coupon/cashback sites or brand-keyword bidding. |
| Last checked | ✓ Verified Oct 21, 2026 | ✓ Verified Oct 25, 2026 |
| Official terms | Open ↗ | Open ↗ |
Key differences
- Thrive Themes has the longer cookie window (60 days vs. 45 days), so a purchase can count for you longer after the click.
- Thrive Themes has the lower payout minimum ($20 vs. $200), so you may reach your first payment sooner.
- Elementor states no audience or traffic minimum (beginner-friendly). Thrive Themes may expect an established site or audience; see its eligibility notes.
- Elementor lists Social media as an allowed channel; Thrive Themes doesn't list it.
How to choose
- Start with the product your audience would actually use. A fit with your audience matters more than the commission rate.
- Check that the program allows the place you post, and read its rules on paid ads and coupons.
- You can often join both. Many affiliates promote competing tools and explain who each one suits.
Who pays: each company sets and pays its own commissions and can change its terms at any time. Green Gator Affiliator does not pay, hold or guarantee any earnings. Confirm current terms on each official page before you apply. New to this? Read affiliate marketing basics.
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